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 The groundbreaking of the historic Tower of Power, Howard D. Woodson High School on July 7 was a momentous occasion for all Ward 7 residents. I, along with Mayor Fenty, alumni, students and numerous community members formally closed the aging facility that housed the Ward's only traditional public high school. This represents the beginning of a brighter future for students in Ward 7. An unprecedented investment, $99 million, dedicated to building a state of the art public high school in Ward 7. You can view the pictures of the groundbreaking in the gallery section of the website.
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There are several news articles published recently featuring Councilmember Alexander, many with quotes from the Councilmember. Below you will find links to most recent articles: - East of the River
The Neighborhood News: Ward 7
Alexander said she "wanted to make sure there was full disclosure of what is happening in the Ward." - Spotlight on the DC Council
Councilmember Yvette M. Alexander is featured in a Channel 13 spotlight.
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Alexander's questions recorded by DC Vote for the CNN Presidential debate - WTOP
New HD Woodson - Washington Post
Council to Consider Ban on Sales of Singles
It's just deplorable to me that a 40-ounce bottle of malt liquor can cost less than a loaf of bread in some of the local stores, Alexander said yesterday - The District: The Extras
Councilmember Yvette M. Alexander (D-Ward 7) was the clear winner among 12 candidates for two superdelegate spots. She received 31 votes and has been in Obama's camp from the beginning. - Parents Slam Schools Plan at Hearings
Councilmembers Yvette M. Alexander, Kwame R. Brown and Carol Schwartz made appearances
The District: The Extras
Councilmember Yvette M. Alexander said she "personalized each gift."
Gets You Where You Live: Big G Plays & Does His Part
Yvette Alexander praised his work as a mediator in street disputes and an anti-violence activist.
As Council Lauches Probe, Gandhi's Job Appears Less Secure
"He failed to audit the one division which generates the largest portion of our revenues," said council member Yvette M. Alexander.
Council Grills D.C. Fire Chief
Regarding the allegations of sexual improprieties, council member Yvette Alexander (D-Ward 7) asked Rubin several times to clarify his remarks.
Move over, Jennifer Hudson, and take Beyonce with you.
The D.C. Dreamgirls, led by D.C. Council member Yvette M. Alexander (D-Ward 7), stole the show as the opening act at the scholarship fundraiser.
Agencies Ordered to Team Up to Fix Hydrants
Council member Yvette M. Alexander (D-Ward 7) introduced the resolution and was joined by sponsors Muriel Bowser (D-Ward 4), Jim Graham (D-Ward 1) and Phil Mendelson (D-At Large) in designating the legislation a response to an emergency.
- City Paper
- New Features & Blogs
Ward 7's Yvette Alexander indulged in a solid rendition of Bobby Caldwell's 1978 classic "What You Won't Do for Love."
News Features & Blogs
"but Alexander - definitely the Beyonce of the group - clearly knew the words better than the other two."
- Washington Examiner
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Ward 7
29 Communities - Benning Heights
- Benning Ridge
- Burrville
- Capitol View
- Central Northeast
- Civic Betterment
- Deanwood
- Dupont Park
- Eastland Gardens
- Fairfax Village
- Fairlawn
- Fort Davis
- Fort Dupont Park
- Good Hope
- Greenway
- Hillbrook
- Hillcrest
- Kenilworth
- Kingman Park
- Lincoln Heights
- Marshall Heights
- Mayfair/Parkside
- Naylor Gardens
- Northeast Boundary
- Park Naylor
- Penn Branch
- Randle Highlands
- River Terrace
- Twining
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